CVS Pharmacy rolls out enhanced flu testing and treatment offerings
CVS Health survey finds more than 60% of consumers say they are likely to get a flu shot this season.
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Meijer pharmacists ready to tackle upcoming flu season
Meijer is spotlighting the importance of the flu vaccine as the cornerstone of respiratory health, while also making it easier than ever to stay up to date on additional critical vaccines.
HDA names Hannah Seitzinger Director of State Government Affairs
In her new role, Seitzinger will represent HDA’s healthcare distributor members across multiple Midwestern states.
Americans to gain new access to real-time Rx drug price info
Trump Administration announces forthcoming changes to ease approval of physician-approved treatments and inform patients up-front of the most appropriate and lowest cost prescription drugs.
Cardinal Health names Val Pitteroff as chief human resources officer
Ola Snow set to retire in February after nearly 25 years with Cardinal Health.
Alex Keeton named head of the Biosimilars Council, SVP of Policy
He will lead all aspects of biosimilars advocacy, policy, and outreach as well as AAM’s policy development and issues management to improve overall market sustainability and increase access to affordable generic and biosimilar medicines.
CVS and Walgreens requiring prescriptions for COVID vaccine in some states
"Once ACIP acts on the updated COVID-19 vaccines or states take additional action to authorize pharmacy dispensing prior to ACIP recommendations, we’ll be able to offer the FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccines in the remaining states," the company said.
Evernorth Health Services invests in Shields Health Solutions
Evernorth's investment coincides with Shields' establishment as a private standalone company upon its acquisition by Sycamore Partners.
Aurigene Pharmaceutical Services launches Aurigene database on CHEESE Platform for accelerated hit identification
This new resource enables compound similarity and substructure searches, providing researchers with a powerful tool to identify early hits in drug discovery programs.
CDC chaos sparks national and bipartisan alarm
The sudden firing of Director Susan Monarez and the resignation of four senior leaders have left the CDC stunned, prompting staff to stage a rare walkout in protest.
CRN welcomes Secretary Kennedy’s call for nutrition education
“It’s encouraging to hear the Administration sound similar alarms that healthcare providers should get this training before they are certified to practice.”
CVS Health expands virtual mental health services with MinuteClinic
The expansion is part of CVS Health’s integrated behavioral health strategy, which connects physical and mental health services.
CVS to pay $12M in MassHealth drug pricing settlement
The settlement resolves claims that CVS overcharged MassHealth compared to cash-paying customers, requiring annual reviews to prevent future overcharges.
NuCare raises concerns on compounding of biologics
NuCare Pharmaceuticals is raising concerns over compounding pharmacies that continue to produce biologics such as HCG despite a federal ban and repeated FDA warnings.
Annual flu shots now available at Hannaford pharmacies
Hannaford pharmacies make vaccination simple and convenient, with flexible appointment times, extended hours, and private consultation rooms in many locations.
CDC turmoil deepens as Monarez disputes reports of resignation
Attorneys for Monarez said that she “has neither resigned nor received notification from the White House that she has been fired” and vowed she “will not resign.”